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The Institute of Masters of Wine is the home of exceptional expertise in the wine world. What started more than 65 years ago as an exam for the UK wine trade is now a globally recognised title collectively held by a worldwide family of Masters of Wine. Today, there are 393 MWs based in 29 countries, each making their own contribution to the world of wine. Becoming an MW means gaining entry into a unique wine community; one that brings enriching personal and professional opportunities – as well as lifelong friendships.
ABOUT US
The IMW’s mission is to promote excellence, interaction, and learning across all sectors of the global wine community. As well as running the MW study programme, our programme of worldwide events offers unparalleled opportunities to taste and learn. These tastings and seminars, including our international symposium, are open for anyone to attend – you don’t have to be a Master of Wine to join in.
FIND AN MW
The IMW’s directory of Masters of Wine allows you to search not just by name, but also by skills and specialisms. MWs are active all over the world and in all fields: MWs are winemakers, journalists, consultants, buyers, auctioneers, educators and much more. If you are looking for an MW in a particular country, expert comment on a specific style of wine, a speaker for your event, or experienced commercial advice, look no further.
THE MW EXAM
The MW exam tests the breadth and depth of a candidate’s theoretical knowledge and tasting skills in the art, science and business of wine. By passing the MW exam, you become a member of the IMW, gain the title Master of Wine and can use the initials MW after your name. The MW exam is a series of tasting and theory papers, plus an in-depth research project. You can find out about all stages of the exam, as well as downloading past papers, by clicking below.
Latest News
MW students Phillip Anderson and Lindsay Groves receive Sommfoundation, David A. Carpenter Masters of Wine scholarship
The Institute of Masters of Wine is thrilled to announce that two MW students have been selected for the annual Sommfoundation, David A. Carpenter Masters of Wine scholarship. Phillip Anderson and Lindsay Groves have been awarded $2,500 (USD) to assist with the cost...
Features
Doug Frost MW hosts new video series
Doug Frost MW has been announced as the host of a new 11-part Beaujolais video series launched by fine wine importer Quintessential, in partnership with Les Vins Georges Duboeuf. Doug will be joined by some of the industry's regional experts, fellow Masters of Wine...
Black Lives Matter
Consistent with the IMW's mission of promoting excellence, interaction, and learning across all sectors of the global wine community, we condemn all acts of injustice, whether in the form of racism and prejudice or bias, stereotyping, or being overlooked. Still, we...
MW student Teresa Cedenilla wins first prize in the 2020 Lallemand bursary
IMW supporter Lallemand Oenology has awarded Teresa Cedenilla and Florencia Gomez in their annual bursary for students in the MW study programme. Lallemand, a leading producer of wine yeast, bacteria and their nutrients, first established the bursary in 2010. To be...
Special George T. Gamblin Memorial scholarship awarded to MW student Chris Martin
A unique 2020 George T. Gamblin Memorial scholarship has been awarded to Master of Wine student Chris Martin. Mary Margaret McCamic MW established the George T. Gamblin Memorial scholarship in 2018 in honour of her late father, a retired doctor and former US Naval...
IMW launches free webinar series
The IMW has launched a free webinar series, the first of which took place on Wednesday 6 May 2020 where four wine-producing Masters of Wine, from four countries, shared the challenges they are currently facing during the coronavirus pandemic. The 500 registered...
Masters of Wine shortlisted for the Louis Roederer International Wine Writers’ Awards 2020
The shortlist of writers and photographers for the Louis Roederer International Wine Writers’ Awards 2020 has been announced, which includes Masters of Wine Tim Atkin MW, Lisa Granik MW, Richard Hemming MW, Anne Krebiehl MW and Jancis Robinson MW. Emma Symington MW...
Sonal Holland Wine Academy launches 60 Minute Wine Pro
Sonal Holland Wine Academy has launched 60 Minute Wine Pro, an online introductory certificate course to the world of wine. The course is designed and delivered by Sonal Holland MW and anticipates the need of India's F&B industry, which has grown not just within...
Wine Unify launches initiatives to increase and celebrate diversity in the wine industry
Mary Margaret McCamic MW, DLynn Proctor and Martin Reyes MW have launched Wine Unify, a platform that champions diversity and inclusion for underrepresented minorities in the wine industry, Armed with three initiatives – to welcome, to elevate, and to amplify...
Masters of Wine named in the Top 100 Most Influential People in Wine
Drinks Retailing's annual list of the most influential personalities shaping the UK wine trade has now been published. The Top 100 list for 2020 reflects some of the challenges the industry has faced such as the closure of the on-trade and features a number of Masters...
Latest News
MW students Phillip Anderson and Lindsay Groves receive Sommfoundation, David A. Carpenter Masters of Wine scholarship
The Institute of Masters of Wine is thrilled to announce that two MW students have been selected for the annual Sommfoundation, David A. Carpenter Masters of Wine scholarship. Phillip Anderson and Lindsay Groves have been awarded $2,500 (USD) to assist with the cost...
Black Lives Matter
Consistent with the IMW's mission of promoting excellence, interaction, and learning across all sectors of the global wine community, we condemn all acts of injustice, whether in the form of racism and prejudice or bias, stereotyping, or being overlooked. Still, we...
Special George T. Gamblin Memorial scholarship awarded to MW student Chris Martin
A unique 2020 George T. Gamblin Memorial scholarship has been awarded to Master of Wine student Chris Martin. Mary Margaret McCamic MW established the George T. Gamblin Memorial scholarship in 2018 in honour of her late father, a retired doctor and former US Naval...
MW student Teresa Cedenilla wins first prize in the 2020 Lallemand bursary
IMW supporter Lallemand Oenology has awarded Teresa Cedenilla and Florencia Gomez in their annual bursary for students in the MW study programme. Lallemand, a leading producer of wine yeast, bacteria and their nutrients, first established the bursary in 2010. To be...
Features
Doug Frost MW hosts new video series
Doug Frost MW has been announced as the host of a new 11-part Beaujolais video series launched by fine wine importer Quintessential, in partnership with Les Vins Georges Duboeuf. Doug will be joined by some of the industry's regional experts, fellow Masters of Wine...
Masters of Wine shortlisted for the Louis Roederer International Wine Writers’ Awards 2020
The shortlist of writers and photographers for the Louis Roederer International Wine Writers’ Awards 2020 has been announced, which includes Masters of Wine Tim Atkin MW, Lisa Granik MW, Richard Hemming MW, Anne Krebiehl MW and Jancis Robinson MW. Emma Symington MW...
Wine Unify launches initiatives to increase and celebrate diversity in the wine industry
Mary Margaret McCamic MW, DLynn Proctor and Martin Reyes MW have launched Wine Unify, a platform that champions diversity and inclusion for underrepresented minorities in the wine industry, Armed with three initiatives – to welcome, to elevate, and to amplify...
Sonal Holland Wine Academy launches 60 Minute Wine Pro
Sonal Holland Wine Academy has launched 60 Minute Wine Pro, an online introductory certificate course to the world of wine. The course is designed and delivered by Sonal Holland MW and anticipates the need of India's F&B industry, which has grown not just within...
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